Titles can take time

Yes truly I have sometimes spent two months mulling over a title. It seems a little ridiculous to some perhaps, but that is my reality. Some pieces the title is bam! that is it final, done deal. Others... waver back and forth...I take input from family, students, fans and art collectors. The piece above "It ain't a fable baby" was coined after brainstorming what I was expressing in the piece with students and credit goes to Dana Schmidt, who I mentor. I still have a few titles to come up with for Continuum pieces. I try not to have reoccurring titles. I think a good title is necessary for my work, preferring not to list untitled with a number. When 2020 comes rolling in we'll talk about titles again. lol

Art on the Fence

I like to photograph my work outside in natural daylight. I carted all of my large pieces outside and hung them on the fence one by one to photograph them. Above is "Encantador". The cardinals were a little surprised that I kept interrupting their time at the feeders but the woodpecker didn't mind at all. He swooped down and enjoyed a meal. Next week I will be installing this piece at The Steinway Gallery, in Altamonte Springs Florida as one of several pieces in "Continuum" which opens May 13, 6-8pm.

My Art in the movie Roommate 2011

I was searchng to see when the movie might be coming out and I came across this photo

of a clip from Roommate ...the little painting at the bottom on the wall is mine..

"Song in My Cup" by Robin Maria Pedrero

This is a close up

Starring: Cam Gigandet, , Leighton Meester, Matt Lanter, Billy Zane, Danneel Harris, Minka Kelly, Alyson Michalka, Frances Fisher, Katerina Graham, Gishel Rafael

Plot Summary: A psychological thriller about a deranged college freshman (Leighton Meester) who becomes obsessed with her new roommate (Minka Kelly).

Directed by: Christian E. Christiansen

Release Date: February 4, 2011

Abstract Beginnings

If you have been following me here you might be more accustomed to seeing finished pieces more often. Working large takes much more time, more layers, bigger brushes, and lots of paint!
I did finish a piece yesterday, it was drying into the night. Photos of these large pieces will all take place on the same day, or through the course of two days if it takes that long. Above you can see yet another beginning. I had placed this aside, as in accordance with my creative process; I begin several, study them, work with 2 or three, focus on one, work with a few, focus on another, going back again and again, still working yet giving myself that space to be objective. It is a diptych and I am musing over the idea of adding another panel to make it a triptych.
I like this one in many places just as it is… but it will be evolving for more depth and layers and continuity for Continuum.

still counting down to the May 13 opening..

Countdown to May 13

 

Actually May 3rd..that is the date I install the exhibit at the Steinway Gallery. And I am still painting! I have some pieces both finished and in progress in this photo. Looking for continuity and overall appearance yet lacking in a large enough studio space for distance, I truly have pieces leaning on the walls throughout my house! I am evaluating them. This will be my first solo exhibiting large pieces on canvas. My previous solo exhibits have all been in pastel, works on paper, matted and framed with glass. As time closes in I sleep less and doubt and fear creep in followed by exhilaration and delight and the cycle repeats. While with a dear friend I was sharing about my daughter and I told her how proud I am of her, and how she feels the fear and moves forward accomplishing what she must do. And that is what I am doing too. I might even use a similar title… “Feel the fear and fly forward”.



I do hope if you can you will join me for the Opening reception May 13, 6-8 Steinway Piano Gallery

Live jazz music performance with wine and cheese.



In the Renaissance Center, on 436 in Altamonte Springs Florida.

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My Process

The colors flow on to my canvases in increments,
sometimes quickly, sometimes in slow analytical thought.
I study overall balance, composition,
mood, flow, and transition.
I play with the images which have formed within

the paint, I draw and paint my interpretations.

68 x 48" acrylic

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This is one of several pieces in progress for my solo exhibit at

The Steinway Gallery in Altamonte Springs Florida.

Tick tock tick tock….opens May 13!

Many fruits on a single branch

Voila!

The chair is finished...with one hopeful added element

a possible pillow..

yet to come with assistance...

Color

The large piece on the wall is one of my new acrylics

 "It ain't a fable baby" for my solo exhibit at

 The Steinway Gallery (opening reception May 13).

 Below that are two pieces

on their sides, "St. Kitts Row Boat" and "Crescent Moon by Day"

which I leaned there as I was delivering them to be packaged

 and shipped to Celebrations Gallery.

In preparing the shipment items I walked in and out of this room

and could not help but notice the similar color palette in all three.

Save the Date

May 7, 2010

Celebrations Gallery and Shoppes

Pomfret CT

Save the date for a special Birthday Bash on Friday, May 7th from 5-8 PM.

Celebrations is four years old and we want you to come sip some champagne,

savor hors d'vours, enjoy our wonderful artwork,

talk to our artists (& us), and be treated to some special surprises.

I won't be there but my new artwork will be!

May 13, 2010

Continuum

Steinway Gallery

Altamonte FL

In Continuum, artist Robin Maria Pedrero presents works

of art that  infuse color and design to illustrate the

 timelessness of nature and love.

 Using opaque and transparent painted layers and

selective ink drawn contours

she shows how thoughts triggered by senses can take us on a

 visual journey connecting present perceptions,

past experiences and future musings.

A “Meet the Artist” wine/cheese/jazz reception will be

May, 13, 2010 6 to 8 pm. Admission is free.

STEINWAY PIANO GALLERIES

303 E. Altamonte Dr. #1225

Altamonte Springs, Fl 32701 407-339-3771

Chairs 4 Charity

Here is the seat of the Pinkberry chair for

 the Mustard Seed Chairs 4 Charity event

shown in progress.

Crescent Moon by Day on the way to Celebrations Gallery Wordless Wednesday

Painting in Progress on the Porch

Some days it’s just too nice to paint inside..and when working on larger canvases a larger space like my screened in porch is a little easier to maneuver several large pieces. One drawback out there is I have to be neat compared to in the studio where I can let paint fly without a care of splatters on the floor, so I moved them all back in to the studio because it was too inhibiting and the weather is getting a little warm.

These two pieces look a lot different now...they will be part of my exhibit at the Steinway Gallery.
This is a sneak peek ~ I share these on my facebook fan page often as requested.

I am a new contributor to Watch Me Create where I will be sharing more on creativity and inspiration.
This is my first post which is an intro http://watchmecreate.com/?p=6367

Sunshine Award

"It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things." ~ Leonardo Da Vinci

Truth be told I have been lax in responding to some of the sweet blog rewards, so apologies to those who I've missed, and thank you for them. Thanks Leo and Junie for the Sunshine Award!
 So the house is clean, laundry almost done, yard mowed, pool.. still pollen falling in it, flowers are sprouting and the birds were singing so much I took an early walk with Max whose hair on his four little feet look slightly green colored by pollen afterwards.  On Sunday I ready myself for my week, a clean slate (house and studio) and I make my calendar and lists.

 My art making list is lengthy and that is a very good thing for an artist. I am glad. A little anxious but confident I will finish each project; new works for my solo show at Steinway Gallery in Altamonte Springs, which will go up the 3rd of May since they are painting the walls on the 1st, the chair for Pinkberry and Mustard Seed Fundraiser, and a handful of commissions, and work to send to Celebrations gallery. I am always amused at the non painters who say ahh if I could just paint all day, well hey it's great! I love it! It is also my career and like a job there are many responsibilities in addition to the painting. I enjoy almost every little bit (not fond on hanging a show) I might need a little help this month. I had help with databasing my art for a day last year and it made a big difference. I might take on an apprentice of sorts. I had an inquiry yet we've not found a perfect fit for schedules.

I am off to enjoy the sunshine on this awarding day!

Exposing the crow

In my previous post is the original "The Secret Place" where I share how nothing is secret, depicted by the crow who thinks he's hiding, but is obviously exposed. Recently I have had requests to share more on my inspiration and my process. I painted a complete crow then used a resist technique to expose him as shown above.

Nothing is Secret ~ Just Sayin'

"The Secret Place" by Robin Maria Pedrero

Having a little fun with this crow who thinks he's hidden.

“Chairs 4 Charity” in progress

“Chairs 4 Charity”

Celebrity participants to include

Eddie Money, Rob Mariani and Harris Rosen

Here is the chair I am painting in progress.
Pinkberry is the sponsor for this chair.

 May 16 will Feature One-of a-Kind Art Chairs made by

50 Local Artists and Celebrities to Benefit The Mustard Seed Orlando, FL

More than 50 artists and celebrities
are designing one-of-a-kind art chairs to

be auctioned off at The Mustard Seed of Central Florida’s upcoming premier fundraiser, Chairs 4 Charity. The second edition of this popular event will be held on Sunday, May 16, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Downtown Orlando, 304 West Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32801. Headlining the list of participating artists and celebrities will be rock guitarist and singer-songwriter Eddie Money, HGTV Celebrity Robb Mariani of Design Star, and hotelier and philanthropist Harris Rosen. All three men will also make an appearance at the Chairs 4 Charity event.

In addition to the live and silent auction of the art chairs and displays of original art work by the participating
artists, Chairs 4 Charity will offer gourmet food stations, complimentary wine and beer, games,entertainment,
fabulous raffles and more. Everyone who brings a donation of wet or dry dog or cat food to the event will

receive an entry into a raffle for a prize basket. The pet food collected will go to support The Central Florida

Animal Pantry, which provides pet food for people in hardship.

The Mustard Seed’s mission is to rebuild the lives of families and individuals who have suffered disaster or
personal tragedy by providing household furnishings and clothing. The Mustard Seed collects donations of

Chair "before" in my studio

(sneak peek included behind chair is my work for my solo exhibit at the Steinway Gallery)

furniture, appliances, household items, toys, anything and everything needed to create a home and grants the

donated items free of charge to economically qualifying families and individuals.

Tickets to Chairs 4 Charity are $75 each. Corporate tables and sponsorships are still available. For ticket
information and to purchase tickets, visit the website at www.mustardseedfla.org or contact The Mustard Seed at 407-875-2040.
 
http://www.mustardseedfla.org/

12 Mustard Seed Lane Orlando, FL 32810-6271